Nursing Assistant - ED - Nights - FT - Orange

About the role

The Nursing Assistant at UCI Health assists professional and technical nursing personnel in providing a variety of direct patient care services. Duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination needs, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment.

Responsibilities

• Taking and recording vital signs
• Aiding with hygiene and elimination needs
• Maintaining a clean and safe unit environment
• Stocking unit supplies
• Operating hospital equipment as directed
• Performing routine clerical tasks
• Assisting with other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Understanding of basic medical terminology
• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Certified Nurses Assistant (C.N.A.) or enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one clinical semester
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire
• Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant or enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one clinical semester
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills
• Must have current BLS certification upon hire
• Must complete approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Basic medical knowledge
• Time management and organization skills
• Physical stamina and strength

Benefits

UCI offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to various discounts and perks. For more details, please visit the benefits page.

Conditions of Employment

• Background check and live scan
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Vaccination policies
• Smoking and tobacco policy
• Drug-free environment
• Misconduct disclosure requirement

Details of Each Policy

For more information on these policies, please visit the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.